Watching Movies

In 2093, filmmaker Kuve visits *Umata* to document life after a war banned modern tech. Local filmmaker Mumbi challenges him to create without using Artificial Intelligence, leading him to discover beauty in life's simple moments. A co-production between Switzerland, Kenya and Saudi Arabia, directed by Damien Hauser and filmed on location on Watamu, Kenya. Entrance fee: 20 CHF online / 21 CHF at the till. The theatre is RiffRaff 4. You can book your own ticket online here: https://www.riffraff-houdini.ch/de-ch/film/memory-of-princess-mumbi.html We can also arrange a spontaneous drink after the film. To be coordinated on our WhatsApp group. Not a member of the group? Send a PM to the organizer to ask for the invitation link. *Memory of Princess Mumbi* CH, SA, KE 2025 Director: Damien Hauser 79 min https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37670940/ Entrance fee: 21 CHF English, with German and French subtitles

I'm really excited to announce our next Meet Up event. It will take place at Core studio in Rennweg Rennweg 12, 8001 Zurich. Designed to strengthen, release and stretch muscle tensions, conditioning your body by increasing your range of motion and flexibility as well as overcoming back pain; improving your posture and circulation so you can exercise more efficiently, whilst keeping your body injury free. The class is structured as a workout & stretch combination. Open to all levels. You will need to bring a smile, some water and wear comfortable exercise cloths. The class will be 60 minutes which should be more than enough to get those muscles warmed up and you posturised ready for the next session. There's a small cost to cover the venue and facilities - CHF 40.- For more details about the training provider please see: https://www.balletbodysculpture.com/ballet-body-sculpture-classes-in-zurich

Join us for the weekly Language Exchange! 🚀 Language Exchange WhatsApp Chat https://chat.whatsapp.com/C36TAgOl8Ei5qsWMNPZpHU Join the weekly Language Exchange (every monday) to work on your language skills, socialize and meet cool and open people. 💡HOW DOES IT WORK💡 1. Come to the location (for Spring and Summer the event will take place on a outside)☀️🍹 2. The Event Host will greet you🤜🏽🤛🏾 3. Choose the language flag that interests you and speak the language of the flag🇪🇸🇬🇧🇵🇹🇮🇹🇩🇪🇨🇭🇫🇷 4. Start talking with people around the world and improve your language skill💪🏽💭

**Walk description (It’s the same hike that was planned for May 15th but got canceled due to the weather.):** This hike is still a T3 but it starts to be difficult because of the elevation gain (2000m). We start our hike at 9:00 am at Erstfeld station and make our way to the Hoch Geisberg. There may still be a bit of snow on the trail, but not much. https://whiterisk.ch/de/conditions/snow-maps/snow_depth According to the time we have left, we could take a shorter route to Altdorf — for example, by following the cable car down to Attinghausen. https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/2940708678?share_token=aAvsxogJd0MklM8gNjkB6fVOGRAKuOCavOmMMVYrlRlg1TPp7y&ref=wtd&t_s=referral&t_cid=route_share&t_ref_username=4403209765193 Possibility to go swimming in the waldnachter seeli or in the Reuss **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000\~Erstfeld_I8505114&day=2026-05-25&time=07_00&moment=dep&trip=1 **dedicated whatapp group** https://chat.whatsapp.com/J0JPyXgjnGd7j30ZCZTmiU **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.

**Join Anne every Monday evening to move, breathe & pause.** This class is for the curious yogis who wish to take their practice to the next level. A place to experiment & dive deeper into all aspects of Yoga - playing with more advanced asanas, breathings techniques, meditation & more. The perfect place to start the week for regular yogis or teachers! Class in English // Intermediate level * Mats & props provided or bring your own * CHF 39.- drop-in rate // Abo packages & Trial offers available at the studio * **Registration is mandatory** via [theSoulspace website](https://www.thesoulspace.ch/classes) or [Eversport app](https://www.eversports.ch/s/the-soulspace-wiedikon)

Our goal is simple: - have fun playing together - improve step by step - meet new people - enjoy sports during the summer and beyond

Manga zeichnen wirkt auf den ersten Blick oft kompliziert und einschüchternd. Die ausdrucksstarken Augen, besonderen Proportionen und dynamischen Figuren lassen viele glauben, dass man dafür jahrelange Erfahrung braucht. Doch genau hier setzt dieser Manga-Zeichenworkshop an: Manga zu zeichnen ist viel zugänglicher, als viele denken – wenn man die richtigen Grundlagen kennt und Schritt für Schritt angeleitet wird. In diesem Workshop lernen Erwachsene auf verständliche und entspannte Weise die wichtigsten Techniken des Manga-Zeichnens kennen. Der Kurs ist so aufgebaut, dass auch absolute Anfänger\*innen problemlos einsteigen können. Ziel ist es, Hemmungen abzubauen, neue kreative Impulse zu geben und den eigenen Zeichenstil zu entdecken. Alle benötigten Materialien sind im Kurs inklusive. Zeichenpapier, Stifte und weitere Utensilien stehen vor Ort zur Verfügung, sodass du einfach kommen und direkt loslegen kannst. Der Fokus liegt nicht auf Perfektion, sondern auf dem Freude am Zeichnen, Ausprobieren und Weiterentwickeln. Am Ende des Workshops nimmst du nicht nur deine eigenen Zeichnungen mit nach Hause, sondern auch neue Techniken und mehr Sicherheit im Zeichnen.

In the 21st-century, *Metropolis* is a gigantic city sharply divided between the thinkers (wealthy industrialists and the finance elite), who live in opulent towers above ground, and the working class, who toil endlessly in the dangerous factories far below. The story follows Freder (Gustav Fröhlich), the son of the city's master Joh Fredersen, who falls in love with Maria (Brigitte Helm), a charismatic worker and prophet who preaches hope and peace between the classes. When Freder’s father (Alfred Abel) tries to crush the workers' rebellion using a malevolent, robotic double of Maria, the clash between humanity and technology threatens to destroy the entire city. This silent masterpiece explores timeless themes of class conflict, industrial exploitation, and the dehumanization of workers by technology. Directed by Fritz Lang *(Woman in the Moon, Die Nibelungen)*. Tickets: https://arthouse.ch/movies/metropolis-219967 Dinner or drinks before the movie? Sitting together? Meeting point? We can coordinate it on our WhatsApp Group. Not a member? Ask the organizer for the invitation link. *Metropolis* GER 1927 Director: Fritz Lang 153 min [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0206634/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0206634/) Entrance fee: 20 CHF silent, with German intertitles

Switzerlands first Silent Party on the lake! The best of the 90s & 2000s, Disco & Dance Classics, Hip Hop & Latin straight to your ears via headphones. But only you alone decide which song you want to hear from DJ Louis de Fume, J. Kaliim or Le Wax! Immediately afterwards the Silent Boat Party you can continue partying FOR FREE in the club Plaza to the hottest party beats & club sounds. Boarding: 19:40 Zürich Bürkliplatz Duration: 20:00 - 23:00 End: 23:00 Bürkliplatz - 5min tram ride away from Plaza Get your tickets here! [Link](https://www.zsg.ch/en/unique-cruises/silent-party-cruise-290526/)

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

By popular demand, the group wanted to read and discuss the semi-autobiographical novel by Henri-Pierre Roche, that inspired the Truffaut movie we watched last year. The book is available through the Columbus Library's interlibrary loan system. They reported there are twenty-eight copies available in the state of Ohio. If you have a library card, you can file an interlibrary loan request here: https://www.columbuslibrary.org/library-services/ . There are also used copies available on Amazon and eBay for under twenty dollars. You may want to rewatch the movie after reading the book, so we can compare and contrast in our discussion. The Columbus Library has four copies on DVD, and it's streaming on HBOMax.

In the year 2044, in the age of AI, a woman named Gabrielle (Seydoux) tries to purify her DNA by purging the inherited memories of her past lives. She (re)lives her life in 1910 Paris and 2014 Los Angeles, and as the procedure goes on, the lines between her worlds become blurred. These three timelines have a lot of connective tissue holding them together; certain symbols and motifs appear repeatedly, not to mention Mackay’s Louis, a figure whom Gabrielle seems drawn to in each lifetime.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.